economy
January 16, 2026
Време кад је у Квебеку текло млеко и мед
„Касно сте дошли у Канаду, не тече овде више мед и млијеко”. Овим ријечима група парохијана Српске православне цркве Света Тројица у Монтреалу, послије Свете Литургије на празник Преображења Господњег уводила нас је у наш нови живот, само неколико дана како смо те 1993. године стигли у тај град.
TL;DR
- The author arrived in Montreal in 1993, finding a city that had seen better economic days during major infrastructure projects.
- Montreal's past economic prosperity was linked to the construction of its metro and hosting the 1976 Olympic Games.
- Serbian emigrants in Quebec and Ottawa face varied employment challenges, with IT professionals faring well and medical professionals facing strict requalification.
- Skilled tradespeople like plumbers, electricians, and masons are in high demand and well-compensated.
- Adaptability, hard work, and entrepreneurship are key factors for success among Serbian emigrants in Canada.
- Some emigrants have reached high management positions despite lacking formal qualifications, due to resourcefulness and dedication.
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